“Why doesn’t constant trampling defeat the dandelion? The key to its strength is its long and sturdy root, which extends deep into the earth. The same principle applies to people. The true victors in life are those who, enduring repeated challenges and setbacks, have sent the roots of their being to such a depth that nothing can shake them.”- Daisaku Ikeda
Let's hope nothing can ever shake the Ukrainians and their nation. I love dandelions, my first blip years ago was a dandelion clock. They're springing up everywhere now. I remember blooming dandelions covering the fields in Northern Maine when I was driving there with my dad, 51 Junes ago for a teaching job interview. I accepted the position and will always remember those vast yellow dotted fields and deep blue skies accompanying us on that long 11 hour drive.
For the Record,
This day came in sunny and warmer that yesterday, but still cool.
I retired from public school teaching after happily spending twenty eight years playing in Kindergarten. Now I fill my days watching cat antics, taking endless...
